Trouble importing iphoto database

Am moving to Aperture and want to move my iphoto database over problem is it gets through some of it then somewhere in the middle it gets stuck on importing an event # which changes each time i try this and it will sit there for hours and hours and then it says app not responding.
I have tried and tried and im getting frustrated as this should be an easy move.
any help

If that doesn't work, you could try breaking the iphoto lib into, eg, three, and importing each separately and then reconstituting it once inside Aperture. Dupe the iphoto 2 more times, open each and delete a different 2/3 of it in each. Import those then in Aperture, and you might bypass whatever it is that is horking you ( at least twice, hopefully ). A PITA but it might unblock you.

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Having trouble importing iPhoto library

OK, I'll word this the best I can.
I have a MacBook air with 250g of memory. It recently warned me my memory was low. After checking, I saw there was 160+g of 'other'. I bought an external hd and backed everything up, then restored it to factor. I then imported the iPhoto library (10k gb Photo/videos) and I saw the pictures downloading as normal. At the end, iPhoto was stuck on 'finishing import'. I checked the storage and it showed 70+gb of memory being used for pics and videos, but they werent visible in iPhoto. What did I do wrong?

Welcome to the Apple Discussions. What do you have set in the System/CDs and DVDs preferences to do when a disk is inserted? If the option is not set to the Finder do so and see if that will make any difference.
Otherwise boot into Safe Mode and see if you can copy the files from the CD to a folder on the Desktop. Boot back into your normal account and see if you can import. Or import while still in the Safe Mode.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've written an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.
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Having trouble importing select pictures from a cd to my iphoto library

I am having trouble importing (and viewing) my vacation photos from a cd to my iphoto library. Some of the photos I can view in finder, but when i click on the rest, I get a message that says "Item xxxx.jpg is used by mac os x and cannot be opened". When I tried to import the photos to my library... the ones I could view imported no problem, the ones I couldn't view will not import and I get a message saying "unreadable files: the following files could not be imported (they may be an unrecognized file type or the files may not contain valid data)". I am just sick that I cannot find these photos!!! =( especially since I had them on iphoto before I cleaned out my computer (so I've had them in my library before). Any ideas? I am in desperate need of help! =(
P.S. When I try to move the pictures to my desktop, I get a notice that says, "you may need to enter the name and pasword for the administrator on this computer to change the item named xxxx.jpg"... when I click continue, another message pops up and says, "the item xxx.jpg contains one or more busy items that cannot be changed"

Welcome to the Apple Discussions. What do you have set in the System/CDs and DVDs preferences to do when a disk is inserted? If the option is not set to the Finder do so and see if that will make any difference.
Otherwise boot into Safe Mode and see if you can copy the files from the CD to a folder on the Desktop. Boot back into your normal account and see if you can import. Or import while still in the Safe Mode.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've written an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.
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Having trouble importing pictures to iPhoto 6 from Canon SD400

Have never had trouble in the past, but recently switched to a newer iBook and upgraded from OS 10.3 to 10.4.4. Now pictures are no longer importing properly to iPhoto. iPhoto keeps closing. Also, when I try to play existing videos I took with my camera in QuickTime, it also closes.

Xan_Reeves:
Welcome to the Apple Discussions. First I suggest the following:
1 - boot into the system install disk and in the first window after the language selection window go to the Utilities menu and and run the repair disk routine, i.e. Repair Disk button. Then boot back into the iBook and repair disk permissions with Disk Utility (this time from the Disk Utility on the iBook).
Now, download and instal the latest Quicktime (7.1.3) updater and the 10.4.8 COMBO updater followed by another repair of disk permissions with Disk Utility.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.

IPhoto importing other databases

Hi,
I'm considering to switch to Apple once they release a G5 type of computer with Intel micros and I imagine there are very high chances that I will end up using iPhoto to organize my pictures.
At the moment I do not have any database to organize them and my pictures are getting out of hand so I thought I would need to get a picture organizer for my current Windows computer but before doing that I would like to check if iPhoto can import any database from another app so that I do not have to redo all keywords when I switch.
I've been looking in the forums and faqs with no luck and Apple does not have an online version of iPhoto's user manual. Could somebody help me with this question?
Thanks,
Alejandro

Alejandro:
Welcome to the Apple Discussions. In addition to Sam's comments I'll add that any keywords or comments you might try to add to your photos on your PC will not be carried over to iPhoto. It copies the photos into it's own unique folder system and you have to add the keywords, etc. once it's in iPhoto.
Here are two Apple KB documents that you should be aware of, particularly the second one:
iPhoto Library Description
Don't tamper with files in the iPhoto Library folder from the Finder
Hope this has been of some help. Good luck.
OT

Trouble importing photos to iphoto

When I try to import photos to iphoto, I get this message for each photo, "The volume for DSC.#.JPG can not be found. Insert disk or connect to the server volume and wait for it to appear on the desk top, then try again". It gives me the option to cancel, find photo, or ok; I click cancel and photo is imported. iphoto is recognizing my camera, and it is on the desk top but I can't figure out why this happens. I have reformatted my SD cards but this doesn't help. I've been using iphoto for about 6 months and this is the first time this happens. Im using iphoto 09 and everything is up to date.

This sometimes occurs if you’re importing a file into iPhoto and there’s already a file there with the same name. Digital cameras can produce many, many files with the same name over their lifetime, so it’s not uncommon to have several files called IMG_00543.JPG, for instance. Now you want to import one also called this.
What happens is that iPhoto compares the two files to check for duplicates. However, if iPhoto cannot find the file already in the database for comparison, then you get this message. It suggests that your database is damaged because iPhoto has lost track of this (or these) similarly named files.
A simple test is to rename the file you are importing - just add a character - IMG_00543a.JPG for instance. If this then imports with no issue then you might consider rebuilding your library:
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Because this process creates an entirely new library and leaves your old one untouched, it is non-destructive, and if you're not happy with the results you can simply return to your old one.
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TD

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Can you help me - I am having trouble importing my iphone photos into iphoto in my MacBook Air.

Hey danzante,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
This article explains exactly what needs to happen to import from an ihone.
iPhoto '11: Import photos from iPhone or other mobile phone
http://support.apple.com/kb/ph2352
Have a nice day,
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I imported the music, but there is no organization. I want to import the database so that all my music is organized the same way it is on my desktop - into different playlists, etc.
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Connect the two computers together with a Firewire cable and boot the laptop into Target mode. It will show up as a drive on the desktop of the desktop computer. Now copy the ENTIRE iTunes folder to the laptop drive.
Reboot the laptop and open iTunes using these instructions...
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Brand new Imac user having trouble importing photos (jpgs)

I am a brand new iMac user and am having trouble importing some of my photos into my new computer.
Here is my dilemma:
* All of my pics are jpgs that were shot using a sony DSC-W50 digital camera.
* All were backed up on my exteral harddrive from my old Sony PC.
* I loaded all of them onto my new iMac into the "Photos" area
* When I try to import them to the iPhoto library, I get a message that either says "already in the iPhoto library" or 'unrecognized file type or the files may not contain valid data"
* I can open all of the photos that I get this error msg on in other photo programs so I know the files are photos and are good.
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iMac
iMac

Sabol
iPhoto is not an image viewer, it's a Database with built-in image viewer, lightweight editing and version control, and like any database, data needs to be imported. However, iPhoto will not import from the iPhoto Library Folder.
So, move the photos to the Desktop and then import them from there.
Here's what happens next:
iPhoto will make a copy of them in the iPhoto Library Folder. There they will be put into the Originals Folder. Here's how the iPhoto Library Folder is organised:
In this folder there are various files, which are the Library itself and some ancillary files. Then you have three folders
Originals are the photos as they were downloaded from your camera or scanner.
(ii) Modified contains edited pics, shots that you have cropped, rotated or changed in any way.
This allows the Photos -> Revert to Original command - very useful if you don't like the changes you've made.
(iii) Data holds the thumbnails the the app needs to show you the photos in the iPhoto Window.
It is strongly advised that you do not move, change or in anyway alter things in the iPhoto Library Folder as this can cause the application to fail and even lead to data loss.
If you need any more asistance post more.
Regards
TD

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I am having trouble runnning Iphoto on two accounts on single computer. It works on my admin account but when i change accounts it no longer see's the photos. I have given the correct path for the second iphoto to find. Please help.

Jason
Yes, but what's the path? No app can 'see' inside another User's folder.
The recommended way to do this is to enable sharing in the Admin account iPhoto (preferences -> Sharing) and 'look for shared libraries' in the secondary account. Then leave iPhoto running and use Fast User Switching to the second account. The shared library will appear in the Source Pane of the second iPhoto.
However, while the second user will be able to view the pics, and use them via drag and drop, he/she will not be able to modify them, keyword or import and have that work reflected in the Original library.
If you want that kind of accessibility, move the iPhoto Library Folder to the Shared Folder, set the appropriate permissions and point both iPhotos to it. Or put the iPhoto Library Folder on an external HD and set it to ignore permissions (in the Get Info Window).
However, this is not an intended use of iPhoto so beware. Only one user can open the library at a time, and there is a much increased likelihood database corruption. So, back up is vital.
Regards
TD

Trouble importing from Photoshop CS2

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TD

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Based on earlier good advise, I loaded iPhoto Buddy and tried to use it to create a new library on an external device. Here's the scenario:
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So, do I push (export) from original library to new, or pull (import) in new library from old?
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karlsmac:
Where were the photos located in the new library? If you didn't launch the new library and import those exported photos then that's the reason you don't see any photo in the new library.
You need to move those image files out of the new libraray folder to a folder on the desktop. Then open the new library and drag the folder of image files into the open iPhoto window.
However, if you would like to have the rolls and/or albums that those photos are in be carried over to the new library along with the keywords and comments then here's how you can do that.
1 - add all of those photos you want to transfer to an album in the old library.
2 - download and run iPhoto Library Manager to add both of those libraries to iPLM's window.
3 - set iPLM's Photo coyping preferences as shown here.
4 - in iPLM copy that album from your current library to the new one like you see the roll being copied in this screenshot video.
That will put those photos into the new library in the same rolls as they were in the original library. Then you can add additional rolls/albums is desired as time goes on.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've written an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.
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Importing iPhoto Created CD/DVD

Hi all,
Recently my Powerbook crashed (thanks filevault), although I had made a DVD of my entire iPhoto library as a backup.
I'm the proud new owner of a new Mac Pro, and I'd like to import that DVD albums and all into my iPhoto library.
I realize that the easiest solution would be to do just drag the contents of the DVD into my iPhoto directory on the hard disk. However, there may be a few other discs hanging out there with photos burned by iPhoto that I may also like to import without having to resort albums, etc.
One thing I spend a lot of time doing is getting pretty granular with my album organization. I have found it's easiest to organize photos at the time of import, so I have a ton of individual albums within folders.
It seems to me that this operation should be very simple - just drag the album folders within iPhoto from the disc to the iPhoto library icon. While this does accomplish the import, all of the album settings are gone. A folder with 15 albums does not appear in the library, but the 100+ photos do - unorganized.
Does iPhoto allow one to simply drag a DVD with its hierarchy into the library, or do you have to rebuild everything?
Mac Pro 3.0ghz Mac OS X (10.4.8)

Lon:
I realize that the easiest solution would be to do just drag the contents of the DVD into my iPhoto directory on the hard disk
Only if you burned your iPhoto Library folder to the DVD disc via the Finder. If you did a Share->Burn in iPhoto then what you need to do is create a new library, open it and insert the DVD disk in your optical drive.
The burned library will show us in iPhoto like this. Then all you need to do is drag the disk icon onto your library icon to import the files into the new library. If this is how you created the disk then what I've described will let you import your photos into the new library and keep albums, rolls, keywords and comments intact.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've written an Automator workflow application, iPhoto dB file backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.

Trouble importing from canon t4i into imove

So I have a canon t4i and I've been having trouble importing my videos from my memory card to imovie, and iphoto wont even let me upload it. I tried converting it to AVI (which took a few hours) and It's still not doing anything. I don't know what to do and it's really frustrating.

Hello Samantha3232,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
For more information on this, take a look at:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4485
From the File menu, choose Import > Movies.
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Misc questions - Old Toad - back up to dvd's and iphoto database files

Old Toad
Burning dvd's for back up.
I see that if I command-click Event folders the size increases down where it says information in the left bottom corner. Keep it to 4gig or less for each dvd. That works for me. When doing this does it also save any keywords etc.
I would happily go through my library this way to get a secure iphoto archive. Safest way... no?
If I did have to restore from these, what happens... is it like re-importing them, like Import to library under file menu.
(I haven't decided on an external back up HD system yet. Plus they can fail too. Right now I have 3 computers, they can talk via ethernet. One has an additional internal which i've been using to back up Mail, Ical, Address book, and other info like plist etc. Including my wife and 2 kids, I have 4 users to manage.)
Thanks for any advice you have.
ps./ I went to your site. What's up with this font - HelveticaNeue.dfont. Do I need this?
I downloaded the iphoto db back up. Will readme to figure out. (where exactly does the iphoto database file exist)
Thanks again.
Dave Stamm

David:
If you use the Share->Burn menu option you will preserve the keywords, comments and titles.
Burning to DVD is a good way to archive the photos for later use in iPhoto if necessary. To get those photos back into an iPhoto library just mount the disk with iPhoto open. It will show up in the left hand pane under the Events and Photos icon. Drag the entire disk icon or drag individual albums or events (not shown in the video screenshot below) onto the Events icon like this.
However, for a way to quickly recover from a damaged library I suggest a backup copy of the library on a second hard drive. You can perform incremental backups of the library, copying only new or editied files, with a backup application like Synk. It only takes about a minute or less to perform an incremental backup. There are several other backup applications that can do incremental backups on iPhoto Library packages. Yes external HDs can fail but having both fail at the same time would be unusual unless you were to experience a power surge that would blow everything powered up. I have an external HD that I only turn on when I do a backup of specific files and folders (in addition to Time Machine), daily or every other day.
The Helvetica Neue font is what iPhoto 8 uses for Event titles, the number of photos selected and being dragged, etc. If it is missing or deactivated you wouldn't be able to change Event names or click and drag photos. If you're not having that problem there's nothing to worry about.
The database file resides inside the iPhoto Library package which is in the Pictures folder (default location).
OT

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